Aqara, a global contributor in Internet of Things (IoT) innovation, has announced its partnership with A-OK, a specialised manufacturer of motorised window covering systems, to introduce a comprehensive lineup of Matter-certified smart shades — for both indoor and outdoor use — to the global market. This collaboration blends Aqara’s expertise in smart home technology with A-OK’s innovation in automated home closure systems, offering consumers stylish and truly intelligent sun shading solutions. Aqara and A-OK are poised to showcase these Matter-enabled smart shading solutions at the R+T Asia trade show in Shanghai, China, from May 26 to May 28, 2025.
May 27, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Myriota, the provider of global satellite connectivity optimised for Internet of Things (IoT) devices, has announced that it has joined the European Telecommunication Standards Institute (ETSI). As an ETSI member, Myriota can now help 3GPP define products which add high quality ubiquitous satellite coverage to all cellular IoT markets. By embracing standards as part of their IoT connectivity platform, Myriota will add satellite connectivity alongside existing terrestrial networks using low-cost, low-power off-the-shelf cellular devices and modules.
May 14, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
HSB, a specialty insurer and technology provider, has introduced Meshify Defender Slim, its latest and thinnest Internet of Things (IoT) sensor, powered by Amazon Sidewalk to help protect small commercial locations, habitational buildings and residential homes from water leaks and frozen pipes.
May 12, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Northern.tech, a contributor in device lifecycle management, has released its inaugural State of Industrial IoT Device Lifecycle Management report. Based on insights from over 500 embedded professionals across industries, the report uncovers how OEMs are navigating the shift to a software-centric economy — and the operational, cultural and compliance challenges that come with it.
May 5, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Xthings, a contributor in IoT innovation, has unveiled an expanded integration with Home Assistant, one of the world’s open-source home automation platform, including its line of ULTRALOQ smart locks. This collaboration empowers DIY enthusiasts and smart home users with unmatched customisation, privacy and control. Xthings’ commitment to open ecosystems ensures its products connect with Home Assistant, Apple Home, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings and Alexa.
May 1, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
In January, the GSMA, the global organisation unifying the mobile ecosystem, introduced a new industry-wide technical specification called SGP.32 v1.2, together with test, compliance and security specifications to ensure eSIM Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, used within IoT products, are secure and interoperable when interacting with communications networks and service platforms around the world. The GSMA has now included certification of this specification as part of its GSMA eUICC Security Assurance scheme and eSIM Compliance program, ensuring eSIM IoT products comply with stringent security and interoperability requirements, alongside already established consumer and machine-to-machine eSIM product certification. (more…)
April 30, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Identiv, Inc., a global contributor in RFID- and BLE-enabled Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, has announced a business development and marketing partnership with Tag-N-Trac, a full stack IoT platform provider for real-time supply chain visibility and traceability. This new partnership will initially focus on developing and commercialising specialised IoT solutions for cold chain tracking within the pharmaceutical industry supply chain.
April 25, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Iteris, Inc., one of the world’s trusted technology ecosystem for smart mobility infrastructure management and part of Almaviva Group, has announced that it has been awarded a new contract by the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) for a new smart mobility initiative that will improve public roadway transit in the county.
April 23, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Nordic Semiconductor’s nRF9151 low power module for advanced cellular Internet of Things (IoT) applications now includes SoftSIM support for Japan’s only SoftSIM provider, Internet Initiative Japan Inc. (IIJ). By using a SoftSIM instead of a traditional SIM, product developers can reduce SIM and Bill of Materials (BoM) costs, simplify design and lower power consumption for cellular IoT end products based on Nordic’s nRF9151 module. SoftSIM is ideal for space-constrained cellular IoT devices with low power consumption requirements, such as wearables and smart sensors.
April 21, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
ORBCOMM has announced the launch of the SKYWAVE Connect partner program, which enables Internet of Things (IoT) solution providers, system integrators, value-added resellers and other channel partners to accelerate their IoT solution development, expand their market reach and take advantage of new growth opportunities. The program launched in select regions with a global rollout to follow later this year.
April 17, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber